On Juneteenth, America 433+ will gather at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park—a place that embodies the ongoing struggle for freedom, democracy, and justice in America. This Teach-In is a community gathering that reclaims the story of “freedom” as something broader, more inclusive, and still evolving. Harpers Ferry National Historic Site is a crucial place for this event. Not only is John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry one of the most important events in American History and seen by many as the first act of the Civil War, as a historic site it has had a long history of telling controversial and incomplete versions of that story.
What to Expect
The Teach-In will feature speakers, writing postcards to representatives, children’s activities, and more. Park visitors and community stakeholders alike will be invited to learn about the history that is in danger and given the means to take action.
The event will also feature Ranger Elizabeth, who worked at Harpers Ferry for years trying to get the stories of the Black raiders told. Some of her work has been censored, which she will share with the public that visit on Juneteenth.
Friday, June 19th, 2026
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, 171 Shoreline Drive, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
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